Texas Department of Health and Human Services

Organization Name

Texas Department of Health and Human Services

Host Name & Title
Melissa Plantenga, Epidemiologist
Host Bio

Detail oriented public health professional with experience conducting disease investigations and supporting surveillance efforts. Collaborative leader and skilled interviewer who communicates with empathy to inform, educate, and empower communities while driving measurable public health impact.

Organization industry

State government 

Experience format
In-person or virtual
Industry Cluster
Health & Wellness
Science & Natural Resources
Job Shadow Experience Length
Full Day (in-person)
Half Day (in-person)
Coffee or Lunch Meet and Greet (In-Person)
Virtual Informational Interview
Job Shadow Date Range

June 15 - August 28

Career field/Major you are interested in hosting

Public Health, Epidemiology, and Infectious Diseases.

Location

Houston, Texas